Bedrooms

Owner

Katie & Andy Tanswell

About Katie & Andy Tanswell

We have our hands full with five children including twins!

Katie & Andy Tanswell purchased this Cottage in 2010

Why Katie & Andy Tanswell chose Tonbridge

We know what kids and parents like. The beautiful grounds are filled with activities and things to do and explore, or places to rest and relax. With 9 acres of land we can spread out. Tree house in the woods. Gypsy caravan with a camp fire. Trampoline and zip-wire. Sand pit, slides and swings (we have 13 at the last count). Animals to pet. Croquet lawn. BBQ. Table tennis. Ponds with boats. To answer the question: why this property: the answer is because it has everything you need to enjoy being here. WiFi is superfast Fibre with 20-200MBps

What makes this Cottage unique

Stable Cottage, Little Apple Barn, Dairy Cottage and Willow Cottage at Hamptons Farmhouse are the perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life but it is an easy journey to London and only 35 mins from Sevenoaks to Charring Cross by train. From there the London Eye, Theatre land, Covent Garden, Leicester Sq and West End and other tourist attractions are in easy striking distance.
You really don’t have to leave our site but Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks are 15 mins drive away, with Tonbridge closer still, and each have shopping, swimming pools and an abundance of restaurants.
Larkfield swimming leisure centre has wave machines water cannons water slides, whirlpool with plug plunge and a 25m pool for swimmers as well as animal themed toddler pools is 9 miles away.
Hop Farm Family Park, with Giant Jumping Pillows, Magic Castle, Funfair rides, Animal Village, Indoor Soft Play, Outdoor adventure play area and ‘4D’ cinema is just 7 miles away.
Kent Life is a 28 acre, premier heritage farm attraction that encompasses a wonderful farmyard with a family of friendly animals ranging from donkeys, horses and ferrets to piglets, goats and lambs, many of whom are reared on site. 13 miles.
Bewl Water is a fabulous outdoor centre and lake with aqua orb hydro balls, kids fishing , model boats, mini golf, cycling, sailing, regattas, dragon boat races, food and craft festivals and much more throughout the year.17 miles
Kent has 42 beaches of its own but the closest ones to Hamptons Farmhouse are in East Sussex at Hastings, Pevensey, Camber Sands, Bexhill and Eastbourne which are about an hour or so away depending on where you end up.36 miles
For those who like shopping there is Bluewater, one of the largest shopping arenas in Europe with over 330 stores and restaurants plus three leisure villages
Golfers have a huge local choice with 6 courses within 3 to 9 miles including Knowl Park and Kings Hill
We are just 1 hour away from the Channel Tunnel

Amenities

Featured

Parking

Children Welcome

Heater

Washer & Dryer

Internet

TV

Bathrooms

1 Bathroom

House Rules

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.

41 Reviews

Wonderful4.9/5

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Idyllic family holiday

5/5

Stayed Aug 2018

David C.

Converted farm buildings in the middle of the Kentish countryside, with everything children could possibly want: zip wire, gypsy caravan, tennis court, tree house, lake, rabbits - as well as the odd mobility scooter. This is one holiday where children won't complain about being bored.

But it's not just the children who will have an unforgettable time. The cottage is within pleasant country walking distance of two excellent pubs, and there are a range of different national trust castles and gardens all easily accessible. And if you want a day out in London you can also get there within an hour by driving to the train station.

Overall this is a fabulous holiday home and the owners - Andy and Katie - are the perfect hosts, hospitable and welcoming and also ready to help whenever you have a question. So for an English country holiday with the family you can't do better than this. Which is why we have now been back four years running!

Published Sep 10, 2018

Owner's Response:

Thank you for your informative and kind review. Its always a pleasure to have you holiday here at Hamptons Farmhouse. We hope that you decide to stay again.

absolutely idyllic!

5/5

Stayed Jun 2018

Hannah F.

This was our 4th stay with Andy and Katie, we love it and will be coming again next year. It is so beautiful here and there is so much for the kids to do - we can't get enough of it. Andy and Katie are super helpful and friendly and so generous with their time and space, it's fantastic. A real antidote to city life.

Published Oct 16, 2018

Owner's Response:

Thank you for your kind review. We look forward to your fifth year with us. It is a pleasure to see your kids grow and enjoy their regular stays in Stable Cottage.

A Paradise for Children!

5/5

Stayed Apr 2018

Marnix M.

This is really a fantastic place to visit with young children. The sheer amount of play equipment is overwhelming, and the atmosphere on the English countryside is stunning. Andy and Katie are wonderful hosts, and the cottage is nicely furnished and richly equipped. Highly recommended!